Nitto Forged Pistons
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Nitto Forged Pistons - Nissan RB30 SOHC - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
Nitto's standard-stroke forged pistons suit the single-cam RB30E and RB30ET found in the VL Commodore and R31 Skyline. They replace the factory pistons with a forged CP Carrillo design, making them a solid base for a turbo street car, drag build or circuit engine.
Choose the compression first, then the bore. The high compression piston has a 3 cc (86.5 mm) or 4 cc (87.0 mm) dish, while the low compression version uses a 12 cc (86.5 mm) or 13 cc (87.0 mm) dish for higher boost. Both come in 86.5 mm (+0.020") and 87.0 mm (+0.040") bore sizes and have two valve reliefs to suit the SOHC head.
Nitto pistons are made by CP Carrillo to Nitto's own specification and are forged from CP's low-silicon 2618 aluminium in the Turbo HD forging. Each set comes with a PVD-coated ring set for strong bore sealing under boost, plus CP 9310 wrist pins that are Rockwell tested, case hardened and cryogenically treated.
Note: Installation by a professional is recommended. Engine internals must be measured and set up by a qualified engine builder.
Features
- Made by CP Carrillo to Nitto's specification
- 2618 low-silicon aluminium, Turbo HD forging
- PVD-coated ring set for better bore sealing and less friction
- 9310 wrist pins (0.827"), 100% Rockwell tested, case hardened and cryo treated
- Forced double pin oiling
- Anti-detonation and accumulator grooves to protect the top ring and improve ring seal
Kit Contents
- 6 x Nitto forged SOHC pistons
- PVD-coated ring set
- 6 x CP 9310 wrist pins
Warranty
Nitto parts are built for racing and off-road use. Inspect every part during assembly and blueprinting, and contact us before fitting if anything measures outside tolerance. Nitto will repair or replace a faulty part at its discretion, and any modification voids the warranty. Full terms: Nitto limited warranty (PDF).
Pairs Well With
- Nitto Forged Stroker Pistons - Nissan RB30 SOHC - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
- Nitto H-Beam Connecting Rods - Nissan RB30 - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
- Nitto I-Beam Connecting Rods - Nissan RB30 - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
- Nitto V2 I-Beam Connecting Rods - Nissan RB30 - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
- Nitto Billet Crankshaft - Nissan RB30 - Commodore (VL) / Skyline (R31)
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Years | Engine / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holden | Commodore | VL | 1986–1988 | RB30E / RB30ET |
| Nissan | Skyline | R31 | 1986–1990 | RB30E (Australian-built) |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nitto |
| Product | Forged pistons, standard stroke |
| Engine | Nissan RB30 SOHC (RB30E / RB30ET) |
| Material | 2618 aluminium |
| Forging | Turbo HD |
| Ring type | PVD |
| Bore | 86.5 mm (+0.020"), 87.0 mm (+0.040") |
| Dish | High comp 86.5 mm: -3 cc; High comp 87.0 mm: -4 cc; Low comp 86.5 mm: -12 cc; Low comp 87.0 mm: -13 cc |
| Valve reliefs | 2 (SOHC) |
| Pin diameter | 0.827" |
| Pin length | 2.500" |
| Pin wall | 0.200" standard / 0.250" optional |
| Pin material | 9310 standard / 300M optional |
| Warranty | Nitto limited warranty (racing use) |
| Instructions | Nitto installation notes (link below) |
| Part number(s) | NIT-CP-RB3020SCHC, NIT-CP-RB3040SCHC, NIT-CP-RB3020SCLC, NIT-CP-RB3040SCLC |
Contents
1 x set of 6 Nitto forged pistons with PVD rings and 9310 wrist pins

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